2012 was a year of discovery and fun!
I participated in lots of activities…
Pinterest inspired me to make over 125 new recipes! My husband gained a few pounds.
And…I made homemade Febreeze, carpet stain remover, deodorant, In a Pickle Bag, scarves made from t-shirts, and these beautiful Easter centerpieces…
I attended lots of fun festivals, farmers’ markets, parties, and concerts!
I was a tourist in my own hometown of Cincinnati and the surrounding areas…
And–had so much fun seeing familiar places with new eyes through the lens of my camera!
In May/June, I camped for 26 nights of the 40 nights I spent touring seven AMAZING countries in Africa. You can read the first post here!
Met unforgettable people and had once-in-a-lifetime experiences!
Strangers opened their homes to me in South Africa, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida–through an organization called Couchsurfing!
It is an amazing way to meet new people, make travel affordable, and get tips from locals on what to see and do!
My six week-4,200 mile-USA road-trip through North & South Carolina, Georgia and Florida was an adventure! I left in late October and returned home in December.
I so enjoyed walking through all of the cities I visited!
There is so much beauty in the USA!
Florida was too pretty for words!!
I took a wine painting class with girlfriends, went to Columbus, Ohio for a girls’ weekend, and had girlfriends visit me in Florida!
Last…but most importantly…had quality time with family! I thank my husband for being a good sport concerning my passion for travel!
My cousins and I had fun taking photos with Santa!!
I’m not sure what I’ve done to deserve such a rich life…but I’m truly grateful and if 2013 is as good or better than 2012…then all I have to say is…”LIFE IS GOODGREAT IN YOUR 50’s”!
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Wow! It looks like you had an amazing year and took some pretty fantastic photos ^^ Hope you have an even better one this year.
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Thank you so much! I’m looking forward to it!
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Wonderful. It has been unimaginable how much You have seen during one year. Your photos are very beautiful and inviting to plan same kind of travels than You did.
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Thank you very much! There is so much beauty in the world…it’s almost overwhelming sometimes!
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Remarkable year! Here’s to 2013 – I hope it’s even more remarkable! Happy New Year!
PS: How do you do the separate tiles of pictures? I can’t seem to figure it out – every time I try all my photos come out in one big tile?
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Happy New Year! I have a mac with iPhoto. It’s somewhat complicated…I’ll explain it if you have a Mac also. Let me know.
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No, I have a PC. But that’s ok, I’ll keep tinkering with it. No worries!
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What a great post – what a great blog! Wishing you the best in 2013! -Maureen
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Thank you so much! Happy New Year! ~Sherry~
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Sherry: Thank you very much for sharing this year your beautiful blog.
I wish you a happy new year full of health, happiness and prosperity. Many successes.
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Sending peace and happiness to you! Happy New Year!
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Wow excellent year for you! I’m so inspired by your goals and what you have achieved in 2012! May you continue to have a success and good health in the New Year! Cheers : )
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Thank you so much! Happy New Year to you!!
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You had quite the year … so many more joys in 2013! Happy New Year … and be safe tonight.
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Thanks Frank…wishing the same for you!
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Hi Sherry,
Hope life continues to be fun for you – I’ve nominated you for a blogger award – http://cabodegataphotography.wordpress.com/2012/12/30/awards-the-new-year-and-all/
I hope you will accept but I won’t be upset if you don’t!
Best wishes to you 🙂
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Thank you Martyn! Happy New Year to you!
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It was fun being a part of your 2012! And the smiling dog. LOL xoxo
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Happy New Year Zully!
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Happy new year, besutiful pictures enjoy!!
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Happy New Year to you also! Thank you!!
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Wonderful post – all your adventures – that we have been able to share with you. You have done an amazing job with brighten my day – with photos and tales. Thank you so much! Thanks for a fantastic year with you.
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Thanks Viveka! So happy that you enjoyed!! Happy New Year!
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.. have a wonderful evening – and only the Best for 2013.
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What a fantastic year you’ve had! Me too! Just not in pictures 🙂 We made your Baileys Irish Cream…I should say my son made it(while I was doing the cookie batter) for me and bottled it and we gave it to my sister for a gift. He felt pretty good about it. Happy New Year!
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That’s great Kim! I hope she liked it!! Happy New Year to you…may all of your dreams come true!
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I admire you so much! You spurt energy and joy from every pore…
this is [quantum physics] for those who know what I mean!
Every dream can become real… and yes, the 50’s are great!!!!
I wish you a wonderful 2013!
🙂 claudine
and if you also “like” my 2012…
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Chrysalis-Bart%C3%B3k/331089416973582
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Claudine – That’s so cool you know about Quantum Physics! I studied it some a few years ago…but would like to learn more. I liked your facebook page! Happy New Year!!
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Hi,
Some fantastic memories for you on you travels, and it has been fun coming along with you. 🙂
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I’m so glad you have Mags!!
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It’s been a fun year blog-traveling with you….
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I’m so glad you’ve enjoyed it! I really appreciate you following along and commenting! 😉
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Yes, those are all great photos! Thanks for sharing them all year long!
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You’re so welcome and thank YOU for following along!! Happy New Year!
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so colorful pics..and you look as youthful as 20 years girl…love to see your pics 🙂
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Thank you so much Namita! I feel like a 20 year old girl most of the time!!
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Amazing pictures. Wish you will share with us great photos like these in 2013 as well. Happy new year 🙂
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Thank you so much for the kind compliment! I hope I keep improving my technique!
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Don’t know how you’re going to top this one, Sherry, but I’m sure you’ll try. Stay fit and healthy in 2013- that’s a good start.
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Yes…being healthy is most important! 😉
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Thanks for sharing your year in review. It was a fantastic one! May next year be just as good or better.
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Thanks Anneli!! I can’t wait!
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